This easy paleo pumpkin chili is packed full of flavour & also incredibly versatile. It is Whole-30 approved, low-carb & has some added fibre from the pumpkin purée hidden in this recipe! This whole meal is ready in under 30 minutes & makes for perfect leftovers too!
Fall is all about comfort! Give me all the cozy sweaters, warm drinks & comforting food! Enter a good chili recipe like this easy paleo pumpkin chili! I grew up on chili & having it now while being away from home makes me feel even more comfortable & brings me back to my childhood days!
Easy paleo pumpkin chili
This recipe truly is so easy & can be made in 30-45 minutes. What is even better is there should be leftovers for later in the week which is a win-win! You are going to start by browning & cooking up your meat of choice. Next saute up the vegetables in the avocado or extra-virgin olive oil/ Then add in the broth, fire roasted tomatoes, spices, meat & let simmer. Serve with your favourite toppings & eat up!
Why are there no beans in this easy paleo pumpkin chili?
Feel free to do you! If you love kidney beans or chickpeas in your chili, drain & rinse them well & add them into the mix! I wanted to make this paleo & Whole-30 friendly so I excluded the beans. I also personally don’t digest beans very well, so while I love chili I often times don’t feel great from it due to the beans. So like I said, do you & feel free to add a can of your favourite beans into the mix if desired!
Whole-30 & Easy Paleo Pumpkin Chili
If you are doing a September Whole-30 & craving that ultimate comfort food this will be perfect for you. Not only is it delicious being Whole-30 & paleo approved but it is also incredibly filling & nourishing as well! It is sure to please anyone whether or not they follow a paleo or Whole-30 diet.
Make it your own
Like I said above, if you love beans, add them! You can use any that you love, I think chickpeas or kidney beans would work great in this! Just note that for the Whole-30 & paleo option you are going to want to omit the beans completely.
You can also add more of your favourite veg if desired such as diced sweet potato, carrots, celery, etc! Chili is an excellent way to hide some added veggies for picky eaters, young & old alike!
Can I make this easy paleo pumpkin chili in an instant pot?
Since I don’t have an instant pot I can’t say how it will turn out but my best guess is yes! After doing some research & seeing how chili is typically prepared in an instant pot it looks like you will want to start with your instant pot on saute to cook the beef & veg. Then cook it all for about 15-20 minutes with the lid on. Again, this was just after my own research & not having tried this method myself. If you do try it out & it works, please share in the comments what you did so others who may want to use that method will know what to do!
Can I make this easy paleo pumpkin chili in a crockpot?
Again, I haven’t tried this method but I definitely think you can make it in the crockpot. I would recommend browning up the meat in a saucepan along with the peppers, onion & garlic. Then placing it all in the crockpot on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Since I haven’t yet tried this method please let me know if you do & how it worked in the comments for others who may be interested!
Ingredients you will need to make this easy paleo pumpkin chili
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey, chicken etc. You can also sub this out for chickpea or black beans for a vegetarian option)
- avocado oil (or extra-virgin olive oil)
- bell peppers
- red onion
- garlic cloves
- 1-28 oz can of fire roasted tomatoes
- pumpkin purée
- chicken broth (use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- cumin
- cinnamon
- chili powder
- paprika
- onion powder
- garlic powder
- pink salt
- Black pepper to taste
- cayenne (optional)
How to store this easy paleo pumpkin chili
I store this in an air-sealed container in the fridge. I love using glass containers & even prepping some leftovers in a couple of them for some quick school or work lunches the next day. It makes for tasty leftovers!
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Easy Paleo Pumpkin Chili
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 6–8 servings 1x
- Category: chili
- Method: stovetop
- Cuisine: dinner
- Diet: Gluten Free
Description
This easy paleo pumpkin chili is packed full of flavour & also incredibly versatile. It is Whole-30 approved, low-carb & has some added fibre from the pumpkin purée hidden in this recipe! This whole meal is ready in under 30 minutes & makes for perfect leftovers too!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey, chicken etc. You can also sub this out for chickpea or black beans for a vegetarian option)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil (or extra-virgin olive oil)
- 2 bell peppers, diced (I used orange & red)
- 1 red onion, diced
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1–28 oz can of fire roasted tomatoes
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 2 cups chicken broth (use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option)
- 3 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 3 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp pink salt (more to taste if desired)
- Black pepper to taste (I used about 1 tsp)
- 1/4–1/2 tsp cayenne (optional)
- 2–3 tbsp maple syrup or coconut sugar (optional, for a little sweetness)
Instructions
- In a large saucepan over medium heat add the ground beef (or meat of choice) & cook through. Drain & set aside.
- In the same saucepan over medium heat add the oil, bell peppers, red onion, & garlic. Saute until fragrant & the onion is slightly translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the pumpkin puree, broth, spices & sweetener if using.
- Reduce the heat to low, add the prepared beef & allow the chili to cook on low for about 15-20 minutes.
- Remove from the heat, let cool slightly & serve.
- You can add any desired toppings such as parsley, cilantro, sliced jalapeños, avocado or any toppings of choice, & enjoy!
Notes
*I haven’t tried cooking this in an instant pot or crock pot however, I left a few suggestions above in the write up, but if you try it using one of these methods, please leave a comment about what you did & how you got along so others can learn from your experience if they are interested.
Keywords: chili, pumpkin
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looks so yummy!
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Very hearty & comforting meal! 🙂
This looks so incredible Lauren! So hearty and delicious. I am all for any recipe that is easy!
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Awh thanks Christie! All about a hearty & comforting meal! & not to mention easy! Hope you have a great weekend! 🙂
Love me a good chili recipe for fall. So hearty and filling. I make chili on the reg, but never with pumpkin, loved that addition!!
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I find it makes it extra creamy & flavourful! I am so glad you loved the addition to your classic favourite, Jen! Thanks for sharing your feedback! 🙂